Serving 441 students in grades 6-8, Bell Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bell Academy's student population of 441 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Bell Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Academy is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
10%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
25%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Academy's ranking?
Bell Academy is ranked #392 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Bell Academy?
441 students attend Bell Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Bell Academy students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Academy?
Bell Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bell Academy offer ?
Bell Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bell Academy part of?
Bell Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
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